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Trap (2024)

 

Trap is a thriller involving a serial killer who is trapped by the FBI inside a concert he bought tickets to attend with his daughter.

M. Night Shyamalan is a hit-or-miss director. His most recent film, Knock at the Cabin wasn't nearly as good as this was, and hasn't had a film this good since 2017's Split. I would rate this higher than Split but not by much. I was expecting more of a twist but I was still heavily engaged. It seems he's trying to separate himself from the "twist" typecast.

This is a perfect film for Josh Hartnett to remind people that not only can he act but he can carry a film. The last time I saw a lead Hartnett film was back in 2007 with 30 Days of Night, but he'll always be known for playing Zeke Tyler in The Faculty. This is easily his best performance and it excites me to see his upcoming movie The Long Home directed and starring James Franco.

The film is gripping and keeps you wondering. Only a few things are just extra in terms of pacing. Result: A-

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